True Wireless
Cambridge Audio Melomania Touch
78Great
$150
Full review dataCambridge Audio Melomania Touch vs Sony WF-1000XM5: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-1000XM5 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-1000XM5 - Outstanding overall at around $249.
True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM5
88Outstanding
$249
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Cambridge Audio Melomania Touch
Sound8.5
Battery9.0
Calls6.5
Value8.0
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery8.0
Calls8.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Cambridge Audio Melomania Touch | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $150 | $249 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2020 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 7mm dynamic with Graphene-enhanced diaphragm | 0.33" |
| Driver size | 7 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 102 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | aptX, AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 50 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | No | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.9 g | 11.8 g |
| Case weight | 56 g | 39 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | Qualcomm cVc | - |
What reviewers said
Cambridge Audio Melomania Touch
These true wireless earbuds prioritize audio performance and marathon battery life over extra features, using graphene-enhanced 7mm drivers for a detailed, engaging sound. They offer a comfortable fit and solid value, though their touch controls can be finicky and the build feels less premium than the audio quality suggests. With no active noise cancellation and occasional software quirks, they are best for listeners focused on sound and endurance rather than cutting-edge extras.
- Pro:Excellent, detailed sound quality for the price
- Pro:Outstanding total battery life with the charging case
- Pro:Comfortable and secure fit for long listening sessions
- Con:Touch controls can be unresponsive or inconsistent
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Build quality feels less sturdy than competitors
Sony WF-1000XM5
These are high-end true wireless earbuds that focus on adaptive noise cancellation and detailed audio, supporting LDAC for high-resolution streaming. They offer a solid battery life of up to 12 hours without ANC, plus a comfortable fit and IPX4 sweat resistance for daily use. The touch controls and companion app add convenience, though the price reflects their premium status.
- Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
- Pro:Long battery life (12 hours without ANC)
- Pro:Supports LDAC and AAC codecs
- Con:Premium price point
- Con:No higher water resistance rating than IPX4
- Con:Touch controls may take time to master
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